New Books in East Asian Studies On "The Story of the Stone"
Aug 4, 2022
Explore the significance of 'The Story of the Stone' and its impact on Chinese literature. Learn about the televised competition to cast the show. Discover the destructive consequences of love in traditional China. Delve into the rich texture and candid portrayal of Chinese society. Discuss the unequal treatment of men and women, and the critique of arranged marriages. Explore the book's influence on challenging social values and shedding light on assumptions.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
A Competition for Casting and the Significance of 'The Story of the Stone'
01:31 • 2min
Love and Ruin in Traditional China
03:24 • 4min
Exploring the Texture and Candor of the Novel
07:28 • 2min
Unequal Treatment and Unhappy Marriages
09:54 • 15min
The Impact of a Book on Chinese Society and Unanswered Questions on Media Studies
24:33 • 3min